https://at-ceu.studyguide.timeedit.net/modules/LEGS5428?type=COREThis course provides an in-depth exploration of the legal, political, and philosophical dimensions of international refugee and migration law, with a particular emphasis on countering anti-migration narratives in the classroom and beyond. Students will engage with key international instruments, the role of international organizations, and the legal obligations of states in managing migration and providingasylum, while developing critical skills to understand and effectively challenge discriminatory discourse that shapes migration policies and public opinion.The course critically examines the evolving definitions of who qualifies as a migrant or refugee, the externalization of borders, and the intersection of refugee and migration law with human rights, security, and environmental law.Sessions will highlight contemporary challenges such as forced displacement due to climate change, the externalization of migration control, and the intersection of racial discrimination with migration policies. Recognizing that anti-migration narratives-ranging from overt xenophobia to subtle stereotypes-undermine equality and human rights, the course integrates practical methods for recognizing, deconstructing, and responding to discriminatory discourse.The course emphasizes a global perspective, moving beyond Eurocentric approaches to consider developments in regions like Latin America and Africa. Through the analysis of court decisions, legal frameworks, and interdisciplinary readings-including philosophical texts and political science papers-students will gain a nuanced understanding of the challenges and policies shaping global migration while developing concrete skills in public engagement and human rights-based communication.A distinctive feature of this course is an interactive session with a professional trainer experienced in countering harmful narratives and promoting inclusive communication strategies. This expert-led, practice-oriented module will guide students through practical methods for confronting anti-migrant rhetoric in academic, social, and digital spaces. Students will work in small groups, supported by a Teaching Assistant, to create a CEU-wide dissemination product (e.g., guidebook, video, or digital toolbox) aimed at equipping their peers with tools to address discriminatory discourse.The course also critically assesses the effectiveness and limitations of existing legal responses to global migration challenges. Classes will foster analytical and practical skills, e.g. via a simulation of negotiations on a real-world scenario related to climate change and human mobility, through case studies, discussions, and policy analysis, integrating this innovative blend of legal and communicative analysis with practical application and student-led advocacy.